On September 23, 2013, I had a dental bridge installed to my upper teeth with a Pontic Porcelain/Ceramic. On June 14, 2015 I felt a break line on my bridge, touching it with my finger nail, part of the bridge broke apart. From what I have read that bridges suppose to last at least 5-10 years, is this true! Question: what is the causes of the bridge breakdown and am I paying to much for the bridge work, my insurance does not cover nothing. thank you....Aloha...Robert Souza
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I would be cautious removing teeth to correct what is a skeletal problem. It would be better for you to have a discussion with an orthodontist to see what your options are. They can truly do amazing things these days. Find an orthodontist you trust and have a conversation....
Your bridge could be loose because it just doesn't fit the prepared teeth or because your bite is loosening it. Either way, it should fit properly without gaps. If it continues to be loose, it can cause chipped, broken or decayed teeth over time.
It is difficult to fully answer your question without xrays and photos. If the teeth are strong enough and supportive enough, it seems that you could do a bridge. Since you have 3 missing teeth,#9,10,11 between the 2 anchor teeth on the left, I would go further back on the bridge to include one...